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PART 3
Markings
10. Install Pedals
GT Bicycle Owner’s Manual
10. Install Pedals
Many bikes are sold without pedals, as riders have many choices and preferences for pedal and shoe
systems. You may be installing the OEM pedals shipped with the bike or pedals you purchased
separately. The procedure is the same. Read the instructions and warnings that come with any
aftermarket pedals you purchase. Ask your retailer to give you these instructions and warnings.
CAUTION - Identify left and right pedals: There is a left pedal and a right pedal – they are not
interchangeable, have different threading. Do Not force the wrong pedal into the wrong crank arm. Many
crank arms have a removable sticker near the pedal threads, so you can match the left and right pedal
threads.
Markings
The RIGHT PEDAL is identified with a “R” or “D” and has right-hand threads, meaning this pedal is
tightened by “Righty-Tighty” or clockwise. These marks are found on the wrench flats near the threads or
the end of the pedal spindle near the threads.
The LEFT PEDAL is identified with an “L” or “S” and has left-hand threads, meaning this pedal is tightened
by turning to the left, counterclockwise. These marks are found on the wrench flats near the threads or
the end of the pedal spindle near the threads.
Note: Left and right based on straddling the bike.
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